Shilajit Resin Benefits

Minimally Processed for Maximum Potency

Shilajit is the #1 rated herb in Ayurvedic Medicine. It is highly regarded as the most powerful anti-aging substance known to the people of India.*

In fact, according to legends it is believed to be a nectar of the gods, to be magical or have divine powers.* And it has historically been used as a Cure-All.*

It is certainly a powerful adaptogen and Jing substance.* It was even kept Secret by Top Yogis so they could get the benefits themselves.

Shilajit was once plant material 50 million years ago that was compressed from the mountains and eaten up by microbes resulting in a tar like substance. It is also said that this can help return the libido to the levels of youthful teenagers.*

There is hardly any function of the human body that is not supported by Shilajit.*

Shilajit Contains Large Amounts of Fulvic Acid

Fulvic acid is one of the main constituents of shilajit that has some amazing benefits.

Helps move minerals and other nutrients into the tissues that need them*

Free radical scavenger [16]*

Supports the immune system [16]*

Most powerful natural electrolyte known, balancing our cells [16]*

Makes minerals bioavailable [16]*

Once our food supply had a regular amount of fulvic acids, but over the years it has become virtually non-existent.

Shilajit also contains Humic Acids

These are known to give you:

Increased Energy*

Decreased Appetite*

Better Sleep*

Stress Reduction*

The humic acids, extracted from shilajit, were shown to help increase the deliverability of an antiepileptic drug significantly. [13]*

Shilajit is Tri-Doshic

If you know your dosha you can combine shilajit of any type with another substance for best effect.

Vata – Sesame Oil

Pitta – Ghee

Kapha – Honey

Our Source and Process

Our shilajit resin is sourced at over 14,000 feet in the Himalayan Mountains in Bhutan. Ours is a combination of gold shilajit (swarna) and copper shilajit (tamra). Its high quality is assured by the testing for dibenzo-alpha-pyrones, fulvic and humic acids.

This shilajit resin is collected from waterlogged areas. It is put into wooden barrels for 14 days so that the water gets settled down further. This slurry is rubbed through cotton cloth for filtering. That’s it! This is the least amount of processing available for shilajit which is reflected in both the taste and potency.

Shilajit Resin Directions for Use

Having tried many other shilajits I have to say this is the best-tasting shilajit I’ve ever had. Slightly tar-like flavor with a little bit of grit. That being said, not everyone may like it’s strong taste right away.

Your shilajit resin comes in a miron glass jar along with one of our 100 mg spoons. We recommend using the back end of the spoon as it is a sticky substance and it will gum up the head of the spoon.

The recommended dose is 100 mg which is best taken first thing in the morning. That’s about the size of half a pea. The simplest way to take shilajit resin is to put it directly in your mouth. Allow it to dissolve or simply swallow it down.

Warning: you may end up with shilajit lips or teeth. This is not permanent.

Remember, it can also be mixed with anything else to enhance the potency and absorption. You can take more doses spread throughout the day if you wish.

Note: Please make sure to store this container in a cool dry place. Take care to keep the threads of the jar and lid clean and free of the pitch as this can cause the container to become ‘glued’ shut. We cannot replace shilajit that has become closed in this manner.

Shilajit’s Side Effects

Shilajit has been in use for thousands of years in Ayurveda. If it was dangerous it would have fallen in disfavor. If there are side effects they’re more likely caused by ‘fake shilajit’ or improperly processed kinds.

Shilajit is not recommended in people with gout as it can increase uric acid levels. Diabetics also need to be extremely careful with it and monitor any medication that can lower blood sugar levels and possibly have insulin like effects.

Historically pregnant women have used shilajit, though the West would consider it untested. Consult with your doctor. Historically shilajit has also been used with children but with smaller doses of course.

Some research with rats looked at giving them massive doses and found no liver toxicity or excessive iron. [7] Our shilajit powder and resin is California Prop 65 compliant. Because of the raw materials and how its processed you will find extremely low levels of lead, arsenic, cadmium and mercury in it. In fact, shilajit and the fulvic acid it contains seems ideally suited to helping your body to detox heavy metals such as these.*

* These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

FAQ

With two kinds available which is best? Well, different people like one kind more than the other.

The shilajit resin tar form is the most potent and minimally processed. Just a tiny dose goes a long way and is actually the most cost effective version.

The shilajit powder can also be easier to take and mix in other things often times. Because it’s a powder it is what we use in several of our formulas. We recommend trying them all to see which one works best for you.

What exactly is it?

Shilajit is a mineral resin that comes out of the mountains at high elevations. It is ancient plant matter that has been compressed and has taken on more of a mineral quality. Alchemically, this is seen as a more potent medicine than anything in the plant world.

How is it collected?

By hand in the Himalayan mountains, at different elevations depending on the type of shilajit.

What kind of material does shilajit resin comes in?

Miron glass jars.

Is shilajit resin the same thing as mumie or mumiyo?

Yes.

Quality:

What’s the shelf life?

Shilajit is considered immortal and thus does not have a shelf life. That being said, keeping it in a cool, dry place it probably ideal.

How do I know this is real shilajit?

Because shilajit is so powerful, marketers have latched onto it and there is a lot of ‘fake’ or low quality shilajit out there. But that is not us. This is real shilajit because we have done our homework in finding the best that is available. This is something we personally take unlike the heads of many other companies. We want the best for ourselves and thus you benefit. Try it for yourself and see. If you don’t like it we offer a 365 day money back guarantee.

How is your shilajit resin processed?

This shilajit resin is collected from waterlogged areas. It is put into wooden barrels for 14 days so that the water gets settled down further. This slurry is rubbed through cotton cloth for filtering. That’s it! This is the least amount of processing available for shilajit which is reflected in both the taste and potency.

How to Take Shilajit Resin:

Does shilajit need to be cycled?

No. It’s best effects will come from being on it daily for long periods of time.

Can I tincture shilajit?

Historically this was never done but you can try. Please let us know how your experiments go. (One thing to note is that some of the benefit of shilajit comes from its minerals, most of which will not come over in a standard tincture.)

When is the best time to take it?

First thing in the morning. This is a special time in Ayurveda. That being said ANY time is the next best answer.

Can animals/plants benefit from it?

Yes. Being rich in minerals of all sorts, anything that is alive can benefit.

Some water got into my shilajit resin. Does this mean it is ruined?

No. Just pour off the water and it should be fine.

My shilajit resin became too hard and dry. How can I take it now?

If over exposed to air, the resin could become harder. As before exposing it to heat, as in points three and four above may help restore it to a resinous matter.
It could also be chipped off and basically used as a powder.
In addition, we are investigating other possible packaging solutions that would make all this a non-issue.

Can I use shilajit resin topically?

Yes, it appears to help with the healing of wounds.

Does it dissolve well in hot water/tea/coffee?

Our shilajit does not dissolve well in cold water but does so in hot.

I can't open my shilajit resin jar. Any suggestion?

There are a few options.
1) Use a wrench or pliers. It is possible this could break the jar so wear protective gloves when doing.
2) Add more grip then do a test of hand strength. I place some textured duct tape on a stuck jar and was able to eventually open it. Of course, my hands are pretty strong.
3) Set it in boiling water, or a double boiler system would be more ideal, to heat it up. The resin will get softer with heat and thus you may be able to open afterwards. Of course use oven mitts when handling because it will be hot!
4) Set it in the oven and do the same. Once again, handle with heat protection and care.

How do I prevent my shilajit lid from getting stuck?

The resin is extremely sticky as you might imagine. As such when you use it you want to make sure it does not get in the threads of the miron glass or lid. If it does and you screw it on, you may be unable to unscrew it.
So be very careful when taking it out. And if you do get it on the sides, use a wet towel to clean it off.
Use the backend of the tiny spoon to scoop out a small amount, about the size of a small pea, and make sure any of the resin that is trying to come up too goes right back down.
You can also only keep the lid loosely on and set it on a flat service if you’re not traveling with it.

How do I measure the dose when taking shilajit resin?

The tiny spoon that comes with your shilajit resin is 100 mg in size, so that gives you an idea of the recommended dose. However, we do not recommend you use the spoon end as the resin will simply gunk it up. Use the flat end, or another utensil. Do not worry about getting 100 mg exactly.

Effects:

Does it help make my penis bigger? (seriously, people ask this!)

No. If you are overweight maybe it can help you lower your weight so that it appears bigger in comparison?

Is it yin or yang?

The idea of yin and yang comes from Chinese medicine, while this is an Ayurvedic substance. While most substances are one or the other, shilajit appears to be beneficial to both yin and yang energies.

Does it contain any of the three treasures?

Again this comes from Chinese medicine. It is definitely a Jing substance. The black color attests to that. It is also a Qi substances for its effects on the mitochondria and energy production. Then it also has some Shen effects, so I would consider it to possess all three treasures.

Is it warming or cooling?

Shilajit is warming, thus may be contraindicated in people that are overly hot. Perhaps this is why it was often consumed historically with milk or other cooling substances.

Side Effects and Contraindications:

Can anyone take it? / Should anyone not take it?

People with high uric acid levels may best want to avoid shilajit.

Diabetics need to be careful with it and monitor any medication it can lower blood sugar levels and possibly have insulin like effects.

Historically pregnant women have used shilajit, though the West would considered it untested. Consult with your doctor.

Historically shilajit has also been used with children, with smaller doses of course.

Combinations with Other Herbs:

What is a potentiator?

A “potentiator” is something that makes other things more potent or powerful. Shilajit helps to deliver anything that is taken with it, food, other herbs, even drugs, into your cells better. Thus it can be used to enhance anything.

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Rated 5 out of 5

Ken(verified owner)–June 4, 2017

Your shi’t is da bomb! (Note apostrophe — it’s a contraction) I generally [used to] get 2-3 colds per year, one of them typically ending up in bronchitis. I haven’t had a cold in more than 18 months since taking this. And I’m 60! I find the resin much more palatable and effective than the powder. Sometimes I mix it with my Ayurvedic Chyawanprash. Please consider carrying. (Miss your old superman shi’t pitch, tho’.)

Zane Christopher–June 5, 2017

Hi Ken. Glad you like it! We have tried a brand of Chyawanprash from the same supplier of our old shilajit pitch but at the time it was too big a hassle to carry. I am not sure that we would necessarily add it to the normal product line anytime soon but I will add it to the VIP list of things to try out. Thank you for the idea. Hope you are member of that list!

We actually tried to get the old pitch we carried as well but the supplier had to stop carrying it right when we were gonna bring it back. We do not know why and this makes us sad. :'(

Rated 5 out of 5

poryan(verified owner)–November 25, 2016

How to prevent the shilajit resin lid from adhering to the container:

1. Store the shilajit on a flat surface. Before opening for the first time, allow the contents to settle;
2. After 24 hours, remove the lid carefully. Boil water, and carefully pour into lid without overflowing;
3. Wait until water in lid cools (five minute or so) and use the dosage spoon to stir the contents of the lid. When safe, drink the slurry from the lid, as this is about a full dose;
4. Dry the inside of the lid and replace on container.

Always store the resin on a flat surface, and wipe any residue in order to prevent a very sticky buildup.

Zane Christopher–November 28, 2016

Excellent advice Poryan! Thank you for that.

Rated 5 out of 5

Jim(verified owner)–November 22, 2016

By itself, shilijit didn’t seem to do that much for me. However, when I took it in combination with the pine pollen (powder and tincture), it really seemed to kick in! After less than two months of using these products, my eyesight has improved noticeably, my libido is way up, my recovery time is down to how I was in my early twenties (56 now), plus I’ve lost what little excess fat I’ve had and added another ten pounds of muscle. The list goes on and on. A little dab will really do you on this product.

Rated 5 out of 5

Mark(verified owner)–November 18, 2016

Started giving shilajit a try several weeks ago, swallow drop of resin most days. I can’t be sure that shilajit is the only cause of improvements in health (because I’ve done a few other little things that might have contributed) but I am sure at age 70 that I am more flexible, stronger, and have more endurance on the tennis court than in the past 5-10 years. Having feared last year that knee pain and a general feeling of lassitude were inevitable for the rest of my life, I am happy that I’m feeling damn good almost all the time. Energy, buoyancy of spirit, inhaling and exhaling, clear thinking, good moods have all increased measurably. Problem of stuck lid is always easily solved with little bit of hot running water and cap snaffler for good grip even with minor arthritic weakness.

Zane Christopher–November 21, 2016

Thanks Mark! I am gonna show my Dad this as he has had the same problem for a while now. Even the same name, haha!

Rated 5 out of 5

Kit–October 29, 2016

This is by far the most potent Shilajit I’ve taken. More potent than the powder from Lost Empire and more potent than another major brand that purifies and tracks their Shilajit. Although the powder helps me digest food better and have regular bowel movements (2x daily), I guess due to the higher quantity in the powder.

The Shilajit resin here is more liquidy than the other brand which becomes almost like glass over time. It also goes straight to your head to rescue you out of any brain fog that happens from leaky gut. It helps me concentrate on a higher plane, and I’ve noticed when I work out or sprint I have this extra reserve of power where I don’t get out of breath or tired. Strange, it makes me feel as if I’ve taken a ton of creatine, eaten 100% clean organic anabolic diet, and got 9 hours of sleep for a whole week straight.

For those suffering from PFS (post-finasteride syndrome), I can say as a personal fact that this stuff is 100% safe. I’ve been taking it on and off all year round, skipping taking it some random days, etc. Some guys were afraid to take it because a study showed it prevents tumorous prostates of rats from enlarging too much due to testosterone injections, well it’s definitely not from blocking DHT!

Zane Christopher–October 29, 2016

Thanks Kit! We are working on a larger Resin size as a bigger container seems to keep the stuff even better and helps with the annoying lid getting stuck problem people are having. And I totally agree with you about the quality, even though I haven’t tried another brands shilajit in a long while. Just took a tincture bottle with resin mixed in water (sat for a few days first) on a 6 1/2 hour hike up a mountain and had very minor soreness the following days. This has been my experience when dosing while hiking mountains.

Rated 5 out of 5

Mark vK–May 16, 2016

I bought the resin in Jan 2016. I have had elbow pain for over a decade. It’s not bad but it still was uncomfortable. I bowl in league one night a week and had purchased one of those Brett Farve Copperfit elbow supports. It cut off my circulation so I was taking it on and off frequently. Three weeks after I started taking the resin my elbow no longer hurt and I stopped using the sleeve.
I ran out of resin and Lost Empire Herbs were out of stock also. It’s been a month since I had any resin and my elbow is still fine.
Great Stuff!

Rated 5 out of 5

Zak–February 16, 2016

After taking shilajit for a few months, I was somewhat ambivalent as I had not seen any spectacular effects (granted, I take several herbs and/or supplements, so it can be hard to isolate particular herbs). That said, I had not been taking it for awhile when I managed to come down with a vicious cold. Taking it (the resin) again in the morning has significantly helped mitigate the symptoms and seems to be helping me get over it faster than family and friends that got sick around the same time. Shilajit is definitely going back in the regular mix.

Rated 4 out of 5

Otiv–August 15, 2015

The shilajit resin is significantly stronger than the powder! I love how it gets rid of the cognitive fog that I have in the morning! The only reason that I’m giving four stars instead if five is the taste. Honestly, just bone up and fight through it because the benefits are amazing!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5

David Hall–August 3, 2015

I tried the Shilajit powder first, and the taste was so bad I couldn’t use it. Shilajit Resin is actually tasty compared to the powder. I take it by scoping a small amount on the end of a spoon and mix it with some honey (in my mouth) and just let it melt for a minute or so.

What it does for me: I’m taking martial arts classes with my two teenaged sons, that includes Judo and Hapkido, which means getting slammed to the mat alot. Anyway I was timid about getting slammed too much, it was shaking me up. Once I started taking the Shilajit Resin a few weeks ago, I seem much “braver” now; I also think I’m more full of energy, and most of all I can take a Judo throw and jump right back up again no problem. I just ordered another jar since I got an email warning about running out soon, and may not be in stock again until next year.

Rated 5 out of 5

Tim–August 3, 2015

I have taken the powder and I prefer resin over powder10-1! Not cutting the powder, but I like taking the resin better, concentrated more potent and easier to take. I am a 63 year old male taking pine pollen, tong Kat ali, and shilagit. The fountain of youth. I fee like I’m 30 again!. More energy in more ways than one. I tried the tong Kat ali from another retailer and it was a waste of time and money. Lost Empire Herbs is by far the best!

Rated 5 out of 5

Don Frey–August 3, 2015

It has a bit of road tar flavor but not over baring, I let it melt on my tongue and wash it down a minute later. The raise in sex drive was more then I expected, I believe this one will be a bit slower build up to max dosage. May use it like they suggest here and mix it with raw honey.

Rated 1 out of 5

Paul–August 3, 2015

I have taken shilijit for years and I didn’t like the resin at all.it just didn’t have the same taste at all snd had more rocks in it than anything else

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